Field emitter array RF amplifier development project. Phase 1, option 1
Abstract
MCNC is pleased to report successful demonstration of continuous-wave modulation of field emitter array anode current at 1 GHz. A 1, 1 97-tip array produced a net signal gain of 0.84 dB with DC anode current of 172 microA Based on test performance data, MCNC has satisfied all of the performance milestones for Phase 1 of the ARPA Field Emitter Array RF Amplifier Development Project. We understand that competing programs have also met the criteria, but by comparison with the data that has been published, we have exceeded their performance in many respects. As better data is collected, it will be promptly reported. Based on these preliminary results, we feel that the device produced at MCNC is the best choice for high-frequency operation.
- Publication:
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NASA STI/Recon Technical Report N
- Pub Date:
- January 1994
- Bibcode:
- 1994STIN...9437107P
- Keywords:
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- Anodes;
- Arpa Computer Network;
- Cold Cathode Tubes;
- Continuous Radiation;
- Direct Current;
- Emitters;
- Field Emission;
- Radio Frequencies;
- High Frequencies;
- Modulation;
- Electronics and Electrical Engineering